udonkey Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 If so, where should I book hotel rooms for my buddies and I when we go there in 2 weeks for the Daytona 500? We've ruled out staying in Daytona Beach, since we took too long to book rooms and can't afford the $300-400/night. We want to get a place in Jacksonville within stumbling distance from a bar district...distance to the beach is irrelevant. Any insight would be appreciated.
Chilly Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 I know Orlando if you are interested in staying more south. I lived about 45 mins from Daytona outside of Orlando during HS.
udonkey Posted February 6, 2007 Author Posted February 6, 2007 Might be a good option...it would cut our Sunday morning trip in half, but I'm guessing that we'll still get cheaper lodging in J-ville
Chilly Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 Might be a good option...it would cut our Sunday morning trip in half, but I'm guessing that we'll still get cheaper lodging in J-ville How much are you looking at? The hotels near Winter Springs/Oviedo (UCF area) are around $100/night. I'd think its worth that tiny bit more to have a shorter drive to Daytona.
NavyBillsFan Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 I was stationed in Mayport man. Jacksonville is a bit of a haul to Daytona Beach. If you plan to party, its not wise! Plus, you dont want to party in Jacksonville, that city is a hole.
beerme1 Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 You could try sleepy little St. Augustine. It's a little closer to Daytona, but your more likely to get thrown out of town if your an animal. Or into the lockup.
udonkey Posted February 6, 2007 Author Posted February 6, 2007 How much are you looking at? The hotels near Winter Springs/Oviedo (UCF area) are around $100/night. I'd think its worth that tiny bit more to have a shorter drive to Daytona. $100/night sounds about right...there are 5 of us, so we'll end up in 2 rooms. Just trying to save as much as possible, as we're already renting a van that we weren't originally planning on (my tailgating van still needs some repairs before its roadworthy again). We hadn't considered closer to Orlando, but it sounds like a good idea. UCF = college girls
stuckincincy Posted February 6, 2007 Posted February 6, 2007 You could try sleepy little St. Augustine. It's a little closer to Daytona, but your more likely to get thrown out of town if your an animal. Or into the lockup. I bet they'd like to ring their town with razor wire. I don't blame 'em.
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